January 7, 2016
At approximately 12:45 a.m., Patrolman Brian Macdonald conducted a motor vehicle stop on a 2001 Chevy for an equipment violation. The passenger of the vehicle, Charles Higgins, age 32 from Elizabeth, was found to be in possession of suspected heroin and drug paraphernalia – namely a hypodermic needle. He was arrested and charged with possession of C.D.S. and drug paraphernalia with bail set at $7,500. There was also outstanding warrants for his arrest out of Elizabeth Municipal Court totaling $800. Mr. Higgins was lodged at the Union County Jail.
January 8, 2016
At approximately 9:03 p.m., Patrolman Joseph DeQuarto conducted a motor vehicle stop on a 2001 Volkswagen for an equipment violation. The driver of the vehicle, Ismael Turcios, age 22 from Elizabeth, was found to be in possession of suspected marijuana and drug paraphernalia. He was arrested and charged with possession of C.D.S. and drug paraphernalia. Mr. Turcios was released on a summons with a future court date.
January 10, 2016
At approximately 9:51 p.m., Patrolman Angelo Marino conducted a motor vehicle stop on a 2003 Acura for an equipment violation. The passenger of the vehicle, Sandra Vidal, age 21 from Roselle, was found to be in possession of suspected marijuana and drug paraphernalia. She was arrested and charged with possession of C.D.S. and drug paraphernalia. Ms. Vidal was released on a summons with a future court date.